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The Dirty Business of Clean Blood

BIG by Matt Stoller • 32315 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Healthcare Policy Innovation Monopolies Patient Care
  1. Dialysis industry is controlled by two powerful corporations - DaVita and Fresenius - impacting over half a million lives. Non-compete agreements could potentially change this monopoly.
  2. Dialysis is a critical treatment provided under universal healthcare for end-stage renal disease patients, but monopolistic control has led to issues like patient coercion and quality concerns.
  3. The lack of competition and consolidation in the dialysis market has led to lower survival rates in the US compared to other countries. Eliminating non-compete agreements for healthcare professionals could foster innovation and improve patient care.

Who Does Polygenic Selection Help?

Astral Codex Ten • 11562 implied HN points • 23 Feb 24
🔬 Science Genetics Medical Ethics Biology Healthcare
  1. Polygenic selection can help prevent genetic diseases like schizophrenia by choosing embryos with lower risk during IVF, leading to healthier children
  2. Despite the complex nature of genetic selection, it can have positive effects on individuals and society by preventing diseases and improving overall health outcomes
  3. Analogies like preventing fetal alcohol syndrome through prenatal care or choosing healthier IVF embryos demonstrate the ethical and practical benefits of polygenic selection

Welcome To Your Colonoscopy.....AGAIN

Culture Study • 4552 implied HN points • 17 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Healthcare Prevention Wellness
  1. Getting a colonoscopy is important, even at a younger age if there's a family history or other risk factors.
  2. Colonoscopies are crucial, especially for Black individuals who are more at risk of colorectal cancer.
  3. Preparing for a colonoscopy involves strict dietary restrictions, consuming prep solutions, and being mindful of the timing and scheduling for the procedure.

The way we live in the United States is not normal

Changing The Channel • 33626 implied HN points • 29 Nov 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Social Issues Healthcare Economics Culture Society
  1. In the United States, there is a sense of normalcy around high costs for education and healthcare, which contrasts with other countries where these are considered basic human rights.
  2. The social dynamics in the US make casual, spontaneous interactions with friends difficult to maintain, unlike in some other parts of the world where daily connections are more common.
  3. The increasing expenses, especially in housing, in the US are leading to a situation where even successful professionals find it challenging to afford a balanced life, pushing many towards burnout and dissatisfaction.

At least five interesting things for your weekend (#26)

Noahpinion • 13059 implied HN points • 27 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Economy Energy Education Wealth Healthcare
  1. The U.S. economy is thriving, with real growth, increased wages, high employment rates, and a booming stock market.
  2. The U.S. energy supply is abundant due to investments in shale oil production, keeping prices moderate and potentially boosting the economy even further.
  3. Millennials and Gen Z are doing well economically, with wealth accumulation surpassing previous generations at a similar age, especially in real estate.
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We Are Not Okay

The Audacity. • 5621 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Isolation Social media Therapy Healthcare
  1. Social media can often be a place where sincerity dies, with people sharing their struggles and miseries.
  2. There is pressure to always appear okay, even though many people are dealing with isolation and various problems.
  3. Despite progress in discussing mental health, there are still challenges like expensive therapy and inconsistent insurance coverage.

Republicans Want Women to Have C-Sections Instead of Emergency Abortions

All in Her Head by Jessica Valenti • 6407 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Abortion Legislation Women's Rights Healthcare Anti-Abortion Movement
  1. Republicans in Wisconsin are pushing a bill that would force women to have c-sections or vaginal deliveries instead of emergency abortions.
  2. The anti-abortion movement is working to distance abortion from healthcare by advocating for more traumatic and unnecessary procedures.
  3. Democratic Governor Tony Evers has vowed to veto the bill, but the dangerous intentions behind it remain clear.

PEDOPHILES, Child sex abusers and Child pornographers - exposing Canada's Healthcare Leaders - Part 3 - Child pornography problem at College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta during the pandemic

COVID Intel - by Dr.William Makis • 5306 implied HN points • 20 Jan 24
🏥 Health Politics Healthcare
  1. A post exposing child pornography problem at the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta
  2. Parts 1 and 2 of the viral expose reveal child sex abusers among Canada's healthcare leaders
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Question the Narratives: Lessons from the Silenced Majority

Human Flourishing • 1985 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Healthcare Vaccines Medical Ethics
  1. Question the narratives presented to you and think critically about the information you receive.
  2. Consider the influence of financial interests in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries on public health narratives.
  3. Be aware of the complexities and potential conflicts of interest in the development and promotion of vaccines.

Abortion, Every Day (1.10.24)

All in Her Head by Jessica Valenti • 2928 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Abortion Legislation Elections Healthcare Reproductive Rights
  1. The media coverage of post-abortion ban deaths is concerning and highlights the lack of attention on crucial issues.
  2. There are deceitful campaigns against pro-choice measures in states like Arizona, emphasizing the importance of understanding the language in such initiatives.
  3. Republican anti-abortion activism in Ohio's Supreme Court reveals the ongoing threats to abortion rights and the need for vigilance in protecting those rights.

Breaking the Overton Window 

All in Her Head by Jessica Valenti • 6230 implied HN points • 29 Oct 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Abortion Women's Rights Law Healthcare Rights
  1. The Overton Window has shifted dramatically, making once unthinkable actions now seem commonplace.
  2. Anti-abortion activists are using legal loopholes like 'anti-trafficking' to restrict pregnant people's ability to leave states for abortion services.
  3. Republicans are swiftly implementing laws to limit women's rights, from abortion restrictions to trapping individuals in certain states.

Remember her? Her son could only talk to her for 2 years via zoom, she could not work the screen, watch the fear in her eyes, the isolation, begging him bring the grand children...he could not...she

Alexander News Network -Dr. Paul Elias Alexander's substack • 2181 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Pandemic Healthcare
  1. A mother experienced fear and isolation communicating via zoom for 2 years.
  2. The son could not fulfill her wish to see her grand children before she passed away.
  3. There is a call for justice against those responsible for the mother's death.

Did Taylor's man Kelce (Kansas City Chiefs) kneel during the national anthem? Is this the same moron, the same reckless punk to endorse Pfizer mRNA (Malone, Bourla, Bancel, Weissman et al.) vaccine?

Alexander News Network -Dr. Paul Elias Alexander's substack • 1631 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Social Issues Healthcare Athletes
  1. Questioning Travis Kelce's actions during the national anthem.
  2. Criticism of Kelce endorsing the Pfizer mRNA vaccine.
  3. Speculating on the responsibility of Kelce and others for deaths related to the vaccine.

Exclusive: Healthcare CEO refuses to resign or provide proof of doctorate following Karlstack investigation

Karlstack • 510 implied HN points • 13 Mar 24
📰 News Investigative Journalism Healthcare Education Ethics Leadership
  1. Questions regarding honesty and qualifications of top executives can severely impact an organization's reputation.
  2. Verification of educational credentials is crucial, especially in sensitive sectors like healthcare.
  3. Investigative journalism plays a vital role in uncovering potential misconduct and ensuring transparency in professional environments.

Sedated granny with deadly toxic drugs like propofol, midazolam, lorazepam, fentanyl, diamorphine etc.), knowing breathing was already suppressed & the toxic drugs suppressed her breathing even more,

Alexander News Network -Dr. Paul Elias Alexander's substack • 1395 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Healthcare Medication Elderly Care Pandemic response
  1. Sedation of elderly patients with toxic drugs can worsen their breathing and health.
  2. Some medical professionals neglected and mistreated elderly patients during the COVID-19 crisis.
  3. It's important to have an emergency preparedness kit with essential medications.

Nvidia Illumina Acquisition? The AI Foundry for Healthcare – The Hardware of Life

SemiAnalysis • 7576 implied HN points • 27 Sep 23
🕹 Technology Healthcare Genomics AI Compute Data Analysis
  1. Eroom's Law and Moore's Law are critical in Semiconductors and Drug Research, analyzing time, money, and output.
  2. Healthcare, a $4 trillion industry, lags behind in technological progress driven by Moore's Law.
  3. Illumina acquisition by Nvidia could bridge the gap in genomics, addressing bottlenecks and enabling full-stack healthcare solutions.

LIONESS OF JUDAH MINISTRY, excellent sharing of Coleman's work: "Dr. Vernon Coleman: This is the End"; Dr.Vernon Coleman explains why 2024 is the most dangerous year yet

Alexander News Network -Dr. Paul Elias Alexander's substack • 1513 implied HN points • 28 Jan 24
🏥 Health Politics COVID-19 Vaccines Pandemic Healthcare Government
  1. Dr. Vernon Coleman explains concerns about the dangers of the year 2024, particularly related to health issues and vaccinations.
  2. The text highlights the suppression of information and attacks faced by Dr. Coleman for sharing his views and questioning the mainstream narrative.
  3. There are warnings about potential risks associated with vaccines, including impacts on fertility, immune system, and potential development of other health issues.

Hang them high! All of them, they left granny to lay there & die in her shit & piss, as they isolated her, sedated her (midazolam, morphine, propofol, lorazepam, fentanyl), denied antibiotics, DNR,

Alexander News Network -Dr. Paul Elias Alexander's substack • 1592 implied HN points • 21 Jan 24
🏥 Health Politics Ethics Healthcare
  1. Doctors neglected and mistreated a patient, leading to a tragic outcome
  2. Medical professionals failed to provide proper care and isolation protocols
  3. Issues of malpractice and ethical misconduct in the medical field

No more letters from the hospital

Rory’s Always On Newsletter • 1434 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Healthcare Digital Health Patient Care Medical Technology
  1. DrDoctor is transforming hospital appointments by making them digital through smartphones.
  2. Digitizing appointments reduces costs, inefficiencies, and improves the overall experience for patients.
  3. The shift towards digital appointments has the potential to lead to more innovative healthcare services and patient engagement.

Ottoman America

Daily Dreher • 1218 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Military Healthcare
  1. The US Secretary of Defense was hospitalized without informing the president during a time of daily attacks on US troops.
  2. The head of the Joint Chiefs was aware of the Secretary of Defense's situation before the president was.
  3. Consider subscribing to Rod Dreher's Diary for more insights and a 7-day free trial.

Increased risk of 20%? Dr. JimThorp, obstetrician/gynecologist who led the fight against the COVID mRNA technology gene injections as to harms on the fetus, mother, newborn, as has Dr. Naomi Wolf, are

Alexander News Network -Dr. Paul Elias Alexander's substack • 530 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccination Research Healthcare COVID-19 Women's Health
  1. A new study suggests a 20% increased risk of severe bleeding post-mRNA vaccination in women hospitalized for heavy menstrual bleeding.
  2. The study focused on women aged 15-50 who experienced heavy menstrual bleeding post-mRNA vaccination in France between May 2021 and August 2022, with 99.8% receiving Comirnaty (Pfizer) or Spikevax (Moderna).
  3. Primary vaccination doses showed a 20% increased risk, particularly in socially disadvantaged municipalities and among women not using hormonal contraception, but this increased risk was not found for booster doses.

Students for Life President Kristan Hawkins: "Rape prevents pregnancy"

All in Her Head by Jessica Valenti • 6151 implied HN points • 19 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Abortion Anti-Abortion Movement Healthcare Women's Rights Conservatives
  1. Students for Life President Kristan Hawkins made a controversial statement that rape prevents pregnancy.
  2. The anti-abortion movement continues to hold outdated and ignorant beliefs.
  3. Conservative groups like Students for Life push to restrict abortion access and contraceptive use.

Movers & Shakers: A Parky Charter

Rory’s Always On Newsletter • 471 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Parkinson's Podcast Advocacy Healthcare
  1. The podcast Movers & Shakers discusses creating a charter for better treatment for people with Parkinson’s.
  2. The charter focuses on timely access to neurologists, better information on diagnosis, and increased government investment in Parkinson’s research.
  3. The charter also aims for access to specialized teams for Parkinson's patients and the introduction of a Parkinson's Passport for easier access to benefits and services.

Bombshell Louisiana Report Led To Republican Senator Rejecting Youth Trans Ban

Erin In The Morning • 6446 implied HN points • 26 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Transgender rights Healthcare Political Activism
  1. A Republican Senator in Louisiana rejected a ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth after a report showed the care is safe and effective.
  2. Louisiana became a vital refuge for transgender youth seeking care due to defeating the ban, offering a source for medical needs in neighboring states.
  3. Contrasting reports in Louisiana and Florida on gender-affirming care reflect differing approaches and outcomes, impacting the legislative decisions.